Washington plans for nuclear naval expansion

The United States plans to develop a commercial fleet consisting of around 50 nuclear-powered ships by 2033, aiming to enhance its naval capabilities, revive the shipbuilding industry, and meet the growing demand for electricity. British company "Core Power" is collaborating with the U.S. Navy over seven years to accelerate the development of these vessels, which include container ships and LNG carriers. Each ship is estimated to cost about $700 million, bringing the total cost to approximately $35 billion if the plan is fully realized. Despite the high expenses, supporters believe that nuclear power offers economic and operational benefits, such as reducing dependence on traditional fuels and enabling ships to operate for extended periods. The ship hulls are being built in Japan and South Korea, with a U.S.-based facility in Corpus Christi, Texas, established for nuclear reactor installation. There are also considerations to use floating reactors to power ports and areas that require continuous electricity, which could enhance energy supply resilience and address current challenges in power grids. This initiative comes alongside Washington's efforts to restore its leadership in shipbuilding and counter China's dominance, leveraging American naval nuclear expertise—particularly in operating submarines and aircraft carriers—to develop a new generation of commercial ships.

articleDetails.fontSize.sizeحجم النص

تنويه: هذا ملخص تم إنشاؤه بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي

عرض المقال بالكامل